The national park idea has been credited to “a wonderful and interesting group of rugged western pioneers.” But as UVM historian Rolf Diamant explains, the inspiration of Central Park, the ending of slavery, and the remaking of government during the Civil War were all critical to the establishment of our first national parks.
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Earlier Event: March 3
Vermont Reads 2020 Book Discussion at the Central Cafe
Later Event: March 13
Classic Movie Night: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir